March 25, 2008 04:26 pm
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This listing is intended for use by those groups providing a community service in Decatur County that is open to all. Due to the increase in submissions, items will occasionally be removed so the calendar may be conformed to fit space limitations. To submit items e-mail them to adam.huening@greensburgdailynews.com. Please include address.
Monday
Decatur County Extension Homemakers will be having a Hoosier Hoedown International Night on Monday, April 14 at the St. Maurice Church Hall. Registration begins at 6 p.m. with a meal at 6:30. Square dancing will follow guest speaker. Prepaid registration of $8 is required by April 4. Please send checks payable to the Decatur County Extension Homemakers, to Janet Bedel at 7875 E. Co. Rd. 200 N., Greensburg, IN. For more information call 663-4563.
There will be a parent gathering for parents of children/adolescents with serious emotional disorders or behavior problems on March 31 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at CMHC’s Intensive Youth Services’ Office, 215 George Street, Batesville. This would be an opportunity to learn and discuss the various Medicaid programs including eligibility requirements and how Medicaid can benifit children with emotional or behavior problems. Dinner and child care will be provided. Please RSVP to Kathy at 812-212-2420 or Brenda 812-532-3471.
The Alzheimer’s Association offers support groups for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Participants in support groups receive emotional support, practical assistance in coping with the issues they face, and the latest information about research. All meetings are confidential and free of charge. The caregiver support group meetings in Greensburg are held on the second Monday of every month at 4 p.m. at the Greensburg Library, 1110 East Main Street. To receive additional information on this support group, please call Maxine Donley at 812-633-8736 or the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900.
The New Point Community Center will open its doors to walkers who want to escape the harsh winter weather. Walking hours will be from 6-7 p.m. on Monday’s and Thursdays. The public is welcome.
The Mental Health Support Group meets at 7 p.m. the last Monday of each month in the conference room of the Decatur County Memorial Hospital. They invite everyone suffering from mental illness or caring for a family member with mental illness to attend. All meetings are held strictly confidential. For more information please call 663-0055 or 663-6370.
Tuesday
New Point Community Senior Club meets every fourth Tuesday at the New Point Community Senior Center at 6 p.m.
Diabetic foot care and ulcer prevention on Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the DCMH Conference Room. Diabetic foot complications are the most common cause of non-traumatic lower extremity amputations in the industrialized world. Foot complications are also the most frequent reason for hospitalization in patients with diabetes. Dr. Amy Jelinek with Souther Indiana Foot and Ankle Center will present. This program is recommended for anyone who had diabetes, knows someone who has diabetes, or would like to be better informed about diabetic foot care. If you plan on attending, please register by calling 812-663-1379.
The Greensburg Library will have Children’s Room Movie Day at 2 p.m. on March 25.
“Companions in Weight Loss” will be meeting every Tuesday at September Place at the Ryle Hall from 4 - 5:30 p.m. Both men and women are welcome. For more information call 591-3790 or 527-8001.
The Greensburg Kiwanis Club meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:15 p.m. at Trackside Cafe. Guests are always welcome.
Women’s Bible Study will be at the YMCA every Tuesday from 9 - 10 a.m. All ladies of all ages are welcome. For more information please call 812-663-3531.
Every other Tuesday the Cub Scout Pack led by Becky Ogle meets from 6 - 7:30 p.m. at the Baptist Youth Camp.
Co-ed 55+ Bible study and fellowship at the YMCA conference room on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:45 a.m. For information, contact Connie McCracken at 663-3531.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) weight loss support group meets every Tuesday at the First Christian Church in Greensburg. Weigh-in is from 5-5:30 p.m. Meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. For more information please call 812-663-3763 or 812-663-5623.
New Point Kiwanis meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:15 p.m. in the New Point Community Center.
Lap sit classes will be held at the Greensburg Public Library on Tuesday mornings from 9:10-9:30 a.m. Lap sit is open to parents and their baby 6-17 months of age.
The Human Services Inc. Board of Directors meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. The meetings are held at the Human Services Inc. main office located at 1585 Indianapolis Road, Columbus and are open to the general public. The Human Services Inc. is a community action, not-for-profit organization that provides programs for low income, at-risk individuals and families living in the counties of Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson, Johnson and Shelby. These programs include Head Start pre-school, Section 8 housing voucher, Energy assistance, Food pantry, Child Care voucher, WIC, Weatherization and a Housing Re-hab. If interested in attending the meetings or have any questions please contact Debra DeBord at 812-372-8407.
The Napoleon Senior Club will meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Napoleon Senior Center at 6 p.m. All seniors are welcome.
The Tree County Players will meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the TCP Office.
The Westport Branch Library will have storytime every Tuesday from 10:30 - 11 a.m. Storytime is for children ages 3 - 6. We read stories to the children and they make a small craft to take home.
The Greensburg Public Library will be hosting an open scrapbooking night on the third Thursday of every month from 6 - 8 p.m. in the meeting room. Only the room will be provided. You will need to bring your own supplies, tools, snaks, drinks, etc. No registration is required.
Wednesday
Al-Anon meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church basement, 202 North Franklin Street. Use the Washington Street entrance.
Decatur County Memorial Hospital knows how hard it is to quit smoking when you’re pregnant, which is why your doctor wants to help. Join other pregnant women who are interested in quitting at a Plan to Quit session on April 16 from 5 - 6 p.m. Register by calling 812-663-1330. For more information on why you should quit smoking, visit www.helppregnantsmokersquit.org.
Thursday
The Optimist Club meets every Thursday at 6:30 a.m. at Somethin’s Perkin.
The Greensburg Public Library will be hosting an open scrapbooking night on the third Thursday of every month from 6 - 8 p.m. in the meeting room. Only the room will be provided. You will need to bring your own supplies, tools, snaks, drinks, etc. No registration is required.
The New Point Community Center will open its doors to walkers who want to escape the harsh winter weather. Walking hours will be from 6-7 p.m. on Monday’s and Thursdays. The public is welcome.
Westport Kiwanis will be a meeting every Thursday at the Community Building at 6:30 p.m. We will be working on community projects.
Lake Santee Kiwanis meets on the first and third Thursday of every month at the community building at 6:15 p.m.
Wendy Noe from the Komen Foundation will discuss the basics of breast cancer, the importance of early detection, the purpose of the Komen Foundation, and Race for the Cure on Thursday, April 3 at 6 p.m. in the DCMH Conference Room. The Indianapolis Race for the Cure is April 19. You can register or donate at www.komenindy.org. If you plan on attending, please register by calling 812-663-1379.
The Greensburg Jaycees board of directors meets the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Decatur County YMCA. If you are interested in joining or for questions please call Matt Miller at 663-2656.
Friday
Join us for Bridge at the Greensburg Adult Center on Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. For more information please call 663-2232 or 663-5564.
There will be a used book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Jennings County Public Library to be held at the Library from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on March 28. Donations of used books and magazines will be accepted during regular library hours.
Al-Anon meets every Friday at 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church basement, 202 North Franklin Street. Use the Washington Street entrance.
Saturday
There will be a used book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Jennings County Public Library to be held at the Library from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on March 29. Donations of used books and magazines will be accepted during regular library hours.
A reunion of alumni and friends of St. Paul High School will be held June 28, 2008 at the St. Paul gymnasium starting at 4:00p.m. A catered dinner will be served at 6:00p.m., $15.00 per person by reservation only. Send payment by May 1 to Don Kanouse, P O Box 237, St Paul, IN 47272. The Civic Center in St. Paul will also be open from 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. if anyone would like to see the old graduation pictures and St. Paul memorabilia.
Sunday
There will be a Longaberger Basket BINGO on April 6 at the American Legion located at 326 East Main Street, Greensburg. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with BINGO starting at 2 p.m. contact Laura Jordan at 812-662-6145 or Shannon Kuntz at 812-852-2362 for more information. All proceeds will go toward funeral expences for Andy “Drew” Collins.
Ongoing
Decatur County Human Services, Inc. administers the Child Care Voucher Program for Decatur County. This program provides services through licensed providers for parents seeking quality child care. Currently there is a very small waiting list. To apply for this program come to Human Services with your most recent pay stub or current school schedule. You will be asked to fill out an application and provide some general information. Our child care providers are licensed thru the SIEOC. Anyone wanting to become a licensed provider may also contact Human Services at 1939 N. Carver Street Greensburg, Indiana 47240, or call (812)663-8830.
The Meals and Better Living Senior Nutrition Program of Aging and Community Services is offering gift certificates that can be used to purchase hot and nutritious meals for homebound persons. For more information please contact Shelia Woods at 372-6918 or toll free at 1-866-644-6407.
If your child enjoys listening to stories, singing, dancing and making crafts, you should stop by the Children’s Room at the Greensburg Library to sign up for Story Time. It is open to children ages 3 - 6 years of age. Classes are available Mon. and Thurs evenings and Tues and Wed mornings. You may call the library at 663-4455 for more information and to get registered.
Nutritional meals are served everyday at 11:30 a.m. Monday - Friday at the St. Paul Civic Center, 120 E. Washington St., St Paul. If you are 60 years of age or older, join us for fun and fellowship. You may contact Trudy Lewis at 765-525-6306. The Civic Center is open from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Family Food Pantry is accepting donations Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. You can help by calling 812-663-8830 or stopping by at 1939 North Carver Street, Greensburg, IN, 47240.
Donate Once a Year Campaign for the Greensburg Community Bread of Life: Sign up to Donate just once a year to help feed the hungry in Greensburg. Go to www.greensburgcommunitybreadoflife.com to sign up the month and the item you wish to donate. You will find the donation schedule under the heading Donate/once a year/donation schedule. Food and basic supplies are listed, all under $20-$30. Sign up your business, organization, family or church. Monetary donations are also accepted. Call Cari Beggs @ 662-4887.
Every Tuesday and Thursday there will be a bike ride at 6 p.m. - weather permitting. The place to meet is at the gazebo on the courthouse square and will either be 5 or 25 miles and returning to town. All riders are welcome. They will be set up for both beginner and experienced riders. Youth riders must be accompanied by an adult.Ride leaders may not always be present, but routes will be marked and maps will be available. Helmets are strongly recommended. For more information or questions please contact Dennis Moffett at 663-7886.
Free confidential tax filing available at First Baptist Church in Greensburg for middle and low income persons of any age. Will run from Jan. 28 through April 15. Mondays and Thursdays 2-6 p.m. and Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For an appointment, call 614-5566 weekdays from 9a.m. to 4 p.m.
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